Top Best American Restaurants in Marietta

"There was a time in Atlanta when, try as you might, you just couldn’t find a good matzo ball soup nor a decent Reuben with corned beef and sauerkraut on rye. All that changed when The General Muir entered the picture. In just five years, this stand out deli-café has become an indispensable part of Atlanta’s breakfast scene as an upscale New York-style Jewish deli and café."

"Chocolate cake lovers will want to bookmark this next dessert from the General Muir. The rich and decadent Brooklyn blackout is filled with layers of dark chocolate cake, a salted caramel filling, ganache frosting, and chocolate cookie crumbs on the exterior for that extra crunch factor. Open for limited dine-in service."

"Enjoy some of the best food in Atlanta, overlooking one of the best views in Atlanta. Nikolai’s Roof is the epiphany of romance, with astonishing views for miles. For the ultimate night of romance, make sure you check what time the sun is setting and book accordingly."

"A post shared by Hilton Atlanta (@hiltonatlanta) on Nov 10, 2018 at 10:00am PST. Spend a romantic night out and have dinner at Nikolai’s Roof!. This sky high place does not only serve the finest meals but the finest views of the city - especially in the evening."

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"Set in a converted house in Buckhead, Aria is the perfect place for a memorable evening. With its white linens and simple, yet sophisticated traditional American dishes, it’s a slam dunk for a romantic night out. Chef and owner Gerry Klaskala and pastry chef Kathryn King are known far and wide for their eclectic gourmet fare and the restaurant continuously tops the charts as one of Atlanta’s best."

"Aria continues to be one of Buckhead’s top date night destinations. After years of serving classic, white-tablecloth fine dining, chef Gerry Klaskala remodeled his Buckhead staple restaurant to appeal to a younger generation of diners. Now it’s a bit more relaxed and casual — there’s a walk-in ready bar and lounge for drinks and snacks for an impromptu night out."

"Aria is easily one of the most romantic restaurants in the city. Chef Gerry Klaskala has a beautiful spot that exudes romance and elegance. The atmosphere sets the tone for the beautiful evening guests will have when dining here."

"Calling itself a "chicken rotisserie," this is far from Kentucky Fried. Bantam + Biddy truly showcases poultry in all of their menus. Brunch is certainly one of the most popular times to visit, as you can get bites like chicken and waffles,..."

"With a bowl of butternut squash alone costing you $12, and a simple leek soup costing you another $9, Cape Dutch is certainly not the cheapest option in Atlanta. On the other hand, it is one of the best: for carnivores, there’s an insanely good, 35 day aged, 30 oz tomahawk ribeye for $96, and for seafood lovers there’s a whole Maine lobster served with chilled chive sauce and a truffle vinaigrette salad. If you manage to keep your indulgence to a reasonable level, you should be able to get away for around $90 per person."

"For a city in the southern United States, Atlanta has a surprising number of South African restaurants (four, to be precise), thanks to pro-soccer-player-turned-restaurateur Justin Anthony. Cape Dutch is the crown jewel in his growing restaurant empire. Inspired by the food of his native Cape Town and the surrounding Cape Winelands, the menu is based largely around the braai, a traditional South African grill."

"Cape Dutch opened its doors in 2015, and it quickly stole the hearts and delighted the taste buds of local foodies — including us!. Step inside to discover a sophisticated atmosphere with inspiration from the South African wine country. The menu at Cape Dutch features South African-style dishes with a bit of European influence and cooking techniques."

"For no frills at one of ATL’s most beloved sportsbar chains, head to Hobnob Tavern’s Atlantic Station location. Perfect place to enjoy a couple of beers on the 21+ rooftop. If there’s a group of you, try their fishbool craft cocktails, but make sure you have a designated driver."

"You couldn’t ask for a better location: overlooking Piedmont Park and the Atlanta BeltLine. Orpheus has a terrific selection of IPAs and sours. Tip: Orpheus holds comedy night the first Wednesday of every month from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m."

"With stunning views of the park, this place is the perfect place for a spring or summertime treat. Speaking of summer, their Strawberry Guava Sour brew will definitely go down a treat during those warmer, Georgian months."

"Scofflaw’s original 18,000 square-foot facility and a tasting room, located in the Bolton neighborhood, is still a favorite among locals and westside residents, much like the POG Basement IPA. Now the brewery has a second location nearby at the Works in Underwood Hills. Currently open Thursday through Sunday, Dr. Scofflaws includes a huge rectangular bar of taps offering the brewery’s standards and special releases. Grab a seat on the outdoor patio featuring the jagged remains of an old brick wall, outdoor heaters, and games."

"This versatile and hugely successful coffee shop has three locations in Atlanta. Each is unique in its own way, but its Grant Park location is perhaps the most interesting: the loft-inspired architecture makes for a breezy and open feel, awash with sunlight. The line often wraps around the building, and Octane’s baristas are careful and attentive to customers when preparing beverages and pastries."

"With four locations in Atlanta alone, Octane has become a household name. My personal favorite location is the one in Grant Park, as its loft-like appeal boasts plenty of natural light, open seating, and sumptuous space. The ideal locale to inspire a spark of creativity."

"Added to the National Historic Site in 2004 this honors some of the amazing people who made contributions to the Civil Rights Movement."

"Not only did the author, Margaret Mitchell, live and die there, but large parts of the book are set right on Peachtree Street in Atlanta. The Margaret Mitchell House is a celebration of the women who created one of the world’s most enduring classics. Part museum and part home tour, it will take you on a journey of both book and writer, and it will broaden your understanding of history, literature and southern culture."

"Margaret Munnerlyn Mitchell was an American novelist and journalist. Her only book Gone With The Wind won the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction in 1937. You can visit her Midtown home, which has become a museum dedicated to her and her renowned novel."

"Even though Margaret Mitchell called it “The Dump,” the Margaret Mitchell Housewas where she wrote a little novel you may have heard of called “Gone With the Wind.”. Location: 979 Crescent Ave."

"White Windmill is a Korean bakery with locations in both Doraville and Duluth. The bakery offers an impressive array of treats, including flavored coffee and tea lattes, breads, and French and Asian pastries. Try not to over indulge in all of the samples here."

"This flash-frozen ice cream is created using liquid nitrogen, hence the name. Try the cake batter and fudge with cookie dough sprinkles, the coconut and black raspberry mixed with berries and topped with coconut flakes, or peanut butter ice cream topped with fudge, Reese’s peanut butter cups, and brownies. There’s also a location near Centennial Olympic Park in downtown Atlanta."

"This unique ice cream is frozen using only liquid nitrogen, making it a really cool and cold treat. They have traditional and fun flavors, including bubble gum, cake batter, cinnamon, maple, root beer and white chocolate, or you can add mix-ins to make your own delicious combinations. Downtown, Johns Creek and Sandy Springs."

"As the name suggests, Sub Zero Ice Cream is special because its ice cream is made using liquid nitrogen for the freezing process!. This process creates a rich, dense ice cream that is unique to this technique. They’ve put a focus on customizable flavors, stop by the shop and create your own ice cream concoction today!"